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McLaren CEO Zak Brown, who fields teams in both IndyCar and Formula 1, believes the latter “is going to get
McLaren CEO Zak Brown believes that Formula 1 is heading towards a more competitive future, similar to the IndyCar series, where multiple drivers have the potential to win races. Brown points out that even the teams currently in ninth and tenth place on the grid pose a threat during qualifying sessions. Despite Max Verstappen’s dominant performance in 2023, with Red Bull winning all but one Grand Prix, Brown believes that the close competition shown in qualifying indicates a shift towards a more level playing field in the championship. In the 2023 F1 season, five teams, including McLaren, Ferrari, and Mercedes, stepped onto the podium, highlighting the increased competitiveness. F1 Chief Statistician Sean Kelly supports Brown’s view, stating that the current grid is the closest in F1 history. While Red Bull has been the dominant force, Brown hopes McLaren can challenge them in the upcoming 2024 season. The convergence of performance among the teams seems imminent, with Ferrari, Mercedes, and Aston Martin also showing strength.
